Envirocycle Compost Maker (Black) (30"h x 25.5"w x 20.25"d) |  | Brand: Envirocycle Systems Inc
Category: Kitchen
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Rating:  1 reviews
Sales Rank: 121,370
MPN: Black
ASIN: B001I03WGU
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| • | Color: Black | | • | Size: 30"h x 25.5"w x 20.25"d |
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Product Description
The Envirocycle Compost Maker produces quality compost more quickly and more easily than conventional composters by its rolling and mixing action which keeps the ingredients well mixed and aerated. It makes compost tea, a rich organic liquid plant food so much appreciated by the gardeners. This liquid can be collected in the unique composte maker base. No messy digging to turn the compost pile. Simply give the drum a few turns and your compost remains well mixed. It is compact, durable, and user-friendly. The Envirocycle features small openings on the the drum for aeration, lockable lid to prevent access to compost by small animals, indented drum for easy gripping and rolling, base that is able to collect up to 5 gal. of liquid fertilizer or compost tea, and 5 bushel capacity. Please see zoom for Frequently Asked Questions, and Other Info tab for individual component information. Best materials for composting? Try kitchen scraps (except dairy products), lawn clippings, food waste, coffee grounds, even shredded newspapers and cardboard for a start! How exactly does the rotating Envirocycle Compost Maker work? First, use any kind of plastic, sealable container for your household waste. When full, transfer the contents into your composter. All you have to do is open the lid, throw in the waste, close the lid and rotate the unit to mix the contents well (3 times/week) and there you have it. There is no back pain involved, since Rotating Envirocycle Compost Maker"
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I LOVE THIS COMPOSTER January 31, 2010
Cynthia Rose (Southerm California)
40 out of 41 found this review helpful
I looked long and hard for a composter. One of my personal restrictions was size as I have a very small area in which to make my compost and it is on cement, not dirt. - I live in a condo
Note that in my research I was also looking for one for work that did not have the size restrictions. We since have acquired (gifted) another larger unit we also use at work but the Envirocycle remains in full production along side that one.
After the looking and looking for a period of about a year I found and and bought the Envirocycle for myself at home and one for my work place. Let me say I couldn't be more pleased. It takes up so little space yet produces BEAUTIFUL compost in short order- just as it promised. I use mine for kitchen scraps as well as plant waste. All brake down nicely and only some of the larger items are sifted out and need longer to make a mature compost. I do live in Southern California so extreme cold is not a problem, however in my internet searches of blogs etc. I have seen quite a few of these in pretty cold climates. They either use them in covered areas, a garage or basements in the winter. This unit is very easy to move - even when full. All you need to do is roll it off it's base then on to it's destination. There were other insulating methods used but since I didn't need that I did read further.
This composter also has the SUPER COOL added benefit of collecting compost tea which for any gardener is a MAJOR BONUS. This was one factor that contributed a great deal in my decision to buy this product. I saw a review where theirs had leaked - unfortunate. (wonder if the cap was on tight enough?) I have not had (or read about) any problems with leakage, which is not to say it doesn't happen. - I'm just saying, I know of, or own 6 of these units and I have read post of countless others- I remember no leaking mentioned. Now not everyone collects the tea (although I can't comprehend why one wouldn't) - if you don't want to collect the tea you simply leave the plugs (that come installed) in the unit. This keeps the bottom of the unit sealed. Done! no tea- no leaking. One thing I did do after the first year or so is elevate the unit on some cinder blocks. I found that by doing this I can harvest the tea more easily and there is no need to remove the drum to pour the content of the reservoir. As an added bonus it's easier to turn a little higher. I should also say that these bins are easy to turn or "tumble" even when fully loaded. Really good design. My only complaint was the opening for the compost tea is inset- not good for getting out all the tea as it is not lowest spot for the liquid to collect. I see on their newest version that has been changed. For me that would not be not a deal breaker though-
See my composters here: http://bit.ly/9O43IA
I now have 2 of these and as I said really couldn't be happier. You can buy two of these units for less than most any other 2 compartment tumblers. These are made of Recycled Plastic, for me another bonus!!, and thy are recyclable at the end of their life span.
I've had my first Envirocycle Tumbler for at least 2 years now and it shows very little wear or signs of aging. The one we have at work does show some signs of aging but it has been left in full sun all day, everyday - all year (not the best idea).
Additionally, I later found information on this company and have since had dealings with them and they are REALLY, REALLY GREAT. The drum for my second unit that I purchased was warped. I didn't even notice until I filled it and tried to turn it. By that time I'd had the unit for 4 or 5 months (or more) as I was re-doing the garden are and had not set it up yet. I contacted the company (through the seller)and they replace the faulty drum immediately- no questions asked. I did not have to go through hoops or return the old one. They just sent me a new drum at no cost to me. The only thing they asked of me was to recycle the old drum- I now use the old drum to store compost as I empty my units if I don't need it right away so I can free them up to start a new batches! They seem to truly believe in doing good for the planet. You can check them out at [...]
I recommend this product to anyone who composts or wants to start- seasoned or newbies
That's not garbage that's food for my plants!
Thank you Envirocycle!
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